Cookie Policy
Effective date: 04/08/2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Shak Smith Aesthetics uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.
By continuing to browse or use our site, you agree to the use of cookies as outlined below. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember your preferences, and improve your browsing experience.
Some cookies are essential for the site to work. Others help us understand how you interact with the website so we can make improvements.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
a) Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They include things like:
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Booking system functionality
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Secure logins
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Form submissions
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Cookie preference settings
b) Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the site. We may use tools like Google Analytics to track:
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Which pages are visited
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How long visitors stay
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What device or browser they use
This data is anonymous and helps us improve our site performance and content.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
a) Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They include things like:
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Booking system functionality
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Secure logins
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Form submissions
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Cookie preference settings
b) Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the site. We may use tools like Google Analytics to track:
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Which pages are visited
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How long visitors stay
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What device or browser they use
This data is anonymous and helps us improve our site performance and content.
c) Functionality Cookies
These remember your preferences and settings, like:
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Remembering your name or email in a form
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Keeping items in a cart (if you sell digital products)
d) Marketing & Third-Party Cookies
With your consent, we may use marketing cookies to:
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Show you relevant offers or services
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Track how users interact with email forms or social links
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Work with platforms like Instagram or Stripe integrations
You’ll only receive personalised marketing if you’ve opted in.
3. How to Control Cookies
You can choose to allow or reject some or all cookies:
On Our Website:
When you first visit, you may see a cookie consent banner. You can accept or manage preferences there.
On Your Browser:
You can delete or block cookies using your browser settings. Each browser is slightly different — here are links to help:
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Google Chrome-https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
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Safari- https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac
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Firefox- https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
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Microsoft Edge- https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4027947/microsoft-edge-delete-cookies
Please note: blocking essential cookies may affect how our website works.
4. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Last Updated: 04/08/2025
5. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact:
📧 Email: info@shaksmithaesthetics.com
📍 Clinic Location: Tilbury, Essex
📱 Instagram: @shaksmithaesthetics_